A coalition of Southeast governors and ministers, including Senator David Umahi, have expressed their unequivocal support for Governor Hope Uzodimma’s bid for re-election. They emphasize that Governor Uzodimma has been an invaluable asset, instrumental in fostering significant positive transformations within the state.
In a joint letter made public by Mr. Uchenna Orji, the Chief Press Secretary to the Honourable Minister for Works, these leaders have conveyed their unwavering backing for Governor Uzodimma. Their united appeal goes out to the people of Imo State and the broader Southeast, urging them to rally behind the governor’s re-election effort to further amplify the dividends of democracy on a national scale.
The statement underscores the upcoming Imo State Governorship election, scheduled for November 11, 2023. The incumbent governor of Imo State, who also serves as the Chairman of the South East Governors’ Forum and the Progressives Governors’ Forum, is widely acknowledged as an electoral asset.
This recognition stems from his exceptional performance, which has surpassed that of previous administrations. Governor Uzodimma’s demonstrated capabilities and competence in addressing local and national issues, along with his influential role in shaping national affairs, are key factors underpinning this support.
The people of Imo State are keenly aware of the significant development strides initiated under Senator Hope Uzodimma’s leadership, and they are determined not to let these opportunities slip away. The improved infrastructure, the rejuvenated capital city, the positive trajectory of the state’s socio-economic history, and his concurrent positions as the Chairman of the South East Governors’ Forum and the APC Governors’ Forum have solidified his standing.
Once again, the Southeast leaders, comprising governors, senators, and ministers, firmly stand behind Senator Hope Uzodimma’s re-election bid, recognizing him as a pivotal asset not only to Imo State but to the entire Southeast region. Significantly, Southeast leaders, such as the Honourable Minister of Works, His Excellency Sen. Engr. Nweze David Umahi CON, is diligently enlightening the people of the Southeast, particularly in Imo State, about the advantages of casting their votes for the APC gubernatorial candidate in the forthcoming election and supporting the Renewed Hope administration of our President, His Excellency Sen. Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR.